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LOT 2284

Chinese Glass Enamelled Four Scene Snuff Bottle

20TH CENTURY A.D.

3 in. (94.6 grams, 75 mm high).

Composed of a ribbed body, painted with floral and landscape vignettes, four character mark to base, polished dark green cabochon to lid.

Provenance

Property of a lady, from her grandfather's collection, 1960s-1970s; thence by descent.

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LOT 2284

Chinese Glass Enamelled Four Scene Snuff Bottle

Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)

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